Rural Tribal Spectrum

Take Advantage of the small window of Opportunity to claim Tribal spectrum before it is auctioned by the FCC in early 2020……

Summary:

• Any unused EBS spectrum in Tribal areas can be claimed by Tribal entities prior to the auction from February 3 - August 3, 2020
• This is a rare event where very valuable spectrum can be claimed by the incumbent Federally recognized tribe at no cost
• Tribes should prepare for the tribal window by discussion with tribal officials so that the opportunity is taken advantage of
• This spectrum in your area is very valuable and can be used to deploy carrier grade voice or broadband

How can you utilize the Spectrum?

• High speed Internet to the home or business up to 1 Gbps
• Public Safety including search and rescue
• Educational needs, school bus WiFi, distance learning
• Device Monitoring - Examples; security systems, cameras, electrical, irrigation
• Mobile phone options where cell carriers are not adequate, roaming revenue
• Vehicle tracking, Smart Farms
• Enterprise Options
• Land Mobile Radio Upgrade

How do you apply?

• Application window is open from February 3^rd to August 3^rd 2020. Information page, maps, and other necessary tools available to the public on the FCC’s website
• January 2020 – “Tribal Priority Window” projected to be 90 days. The FCC will announce further timelines and procedures.

Be Prepared:

• Proof you are a federally-recognized tribe OR an eligible entity owned & controlled by a tribe or consortia of tribes;
• Proof that the land where the license is available is tribal and rural
• Local presence in the land you are applying
• Determine spectrum channels to obtain

The FCC released an informational page at http://fcc.gov/ruraltribalwindow

Tribal Maps: https://www.fcc.gov/25-ghz-rural-tribal-maps

NewCore Experience and Assistance

Experience with Tribal networks:
Since 2014, NewCore has worked with Standing Rock Indian Reservation to deploy and manage their 3G/4G fixed and mobile wireless network.

What we can do for you:

• Assist in securing spectrum in your Tribal Area
• Provide the core network elements while our customer partners operate the cell site radio network
• Enable domestic and international roaming capabilities
• Operate network elements that can be shared across multiple carriers with full partitioning
• Provide tools that allow you to efficiently provide customer service to your end subscribers
• Site Development and Construction Management